LN2 1AZ is a lively urban neighbourhood located 0.3km from Brayford in Lincoln. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Carholme ward and the Lincoln constituency.
This is a university campus area — mostly students in halls, very high turnover. During the day, traditional high streets with some larger stores, mostly employees. It has a young, student-heavy population (average age 24) — lively, but with high tenant turnover.
Safety: Crime rates are high (238 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.
Census 2021 statistics for LN2 1AZ are sourced from Output Area E00185400 (shared with 69 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LN2 1AZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LN2 1AZ.
387
24
£ 31,200 /yr
14%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LN2 1AZ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
LN2 1AZ is a high-turnover rental hub — with 78% of homes privately rented, this postcode has the tenant density typical of a student or young professional district. High crime warrants careful street-level review despite the strong rental demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LN2 1AZ. The average age is 24.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A notably young demographic dominated by renters. The population leans heavily toward young adults in their twenties and thirties.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near LN2 1AZ are high at 238 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Lincoln UTC
Westgate Academy
The St Faith and St Martin Church of England Junior School, Lincoln
The Lincoln St Peter-in-Eastgate Church of England (Controlled) Infants School
The Lincoln St Peter at Gowts Church of England Primary School
The St Faith's Church of England Infant and Nursery School, Lincoln
Lincoln Monks Abbey Primary School
The Lincoln Bishop King Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
97 nearby- The Whisky Shop0.7 km
- Westgate Store0.9 km
- Lincoln Country Market0.8 km
- Ampal Stores1.0 km
- High Street Mini Market0.9 km
- + 92 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
21 nearby- Cathedral View Guest House0.7 km
- Charlotte House Hotel0.6 km
- Old Rectory Guest House1.0 km
- The Duke William Hotel0.8 km
- The Anchor0.6 km
- + 16 more
Pub, NightClub
58 nearby- Lion & Snake0.7 km
- Prince of Wales Inn0.7 km
- The Tiny Tavern0.9 km
- The Treaty of Commerce0.4 km
- Wig & Mitre0.7 km
- + 53 more
Restaurant, Cafe
150 nearby- Cafe Zoot0.6 km
- Common Room0.8 km
- Elite On The Bail0.7 km
- Gate House Tea Rooms1.0 km
- Grillin n chillin Ltd0.9 km
- + 145 more
Takeaway Shop
45 nearby- New Sunflower0.9 km
- China Kitchen0.9 km
- Serafina Grill1.0 km
- AFC0.7 km
- Gastronomico0.9 km
- + 40 more
Supermarkets
7 nearby- Iceland Frozen Foods Ltd0.4 km
- Tesco0.9 km
- Tesco0.2 km
- Lincolnshire Co-op Sincil Street Food Store0.3 km
- Tesco0.4 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Lincoln Central0.3 km
- Hykeham5.6 km
- Saxilby9.2 km
Bus Stops
- Binns0.0 km
- Stonebow Centre0.1 km
- Revolution0.1 km
- Hungate0.2 km
- New Life Church0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: LN21AZ · Data under Open Government Licence